Contact Us
Mayor and Council |
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Does the Mayor offer congratulatory letters for anniversaries and achievements? The Mayor does offer congratulatory certificates for milestone Wedding Anniversaries and Birthdays by request by contacting the Mayor's Office at 613-475-0670 ext. 210. How can I invite the Mayor and/or Councillors to an event? Contacting the Mayor and copying his assistant by email is the best way to extend an invitation. |
Chief Administrative Officer |
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How can I share my comments with the CAO? Comments are always welcome and can be shared with the CAO in person by requesting a meeting, in a telephone discussion, or via e-mail. |
Clerk |
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Where can I get a marriage licence or birth/death certificate? Marriage licences may be obtained at the Clerk's office. Full details can be found on the municipal website or by phoning 613-475-0670 extension 203 for information. Birth and death certificates can be obtained through ontario.ca. When are Council meetings scheduled and can I attend? All Council meetings are advertised on the municipal website and are open to the public. There are occasions when a Council meeting or a portion of a meeting is closed to the public in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act, 2001. How do I get to speak before Council? You can contact the Clerk or Deputy Clerk 613-475-0670 extension 215 to request that you be listed as a delegation to speak to Council on a specific item on an agenda, no later than 12 noon on the Wednesday before a Council meeting. How can I get involved in Committee work? Vacant positions for Committee work are advertised on the municipal website and in the local newspaper. Applications are submitted to the attention of the Deputy Clerk. How do I reach Brighton's Commissioner for Taking Oaths? You can phone the Deputy Clerk's office at 613-475-0670 extension 203 or visit the Municipal Centre during regular office hours. |
By-Law Enforcement |
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Who can I contact about my neighbour's barking dog? You can phone the By-law Enforcement Officer at 613-475-1162. Who can I contact about my neighbour's fence? You can phone the Public Works office at 613-475-1162 to request that an appointed Fence Viewer visit your site. Who can I contact about illegal dumping? Illegal dumping should be reported to the Northumberland County Waste Management Department at 1-866-293-8379. |
Human Resources |
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How do I apply for a job with the municipality? Job opportunities are posted on the municipal website by following the Employment Opportunities link. Job postings provide the job title, pay rate, reporting relationship, job duties and qualifications. A clean criminal records check is a condition of employment. Only those applicants selected for an interview are contacted. Applicants may undergo testing and interviews. The municipality retains unsolicited resumes for one year. How do I get a summer student job with the municipality? Student positions in the municipality are posted on the municipal website in February or March. A student must be at least 16 years old and must be registered as a full-time student during the previous academic year and must provide proof of returning to school on a full-time basis during the next academic year. Most student positions start early May until the end of August. Can my councillor get me a job or do you have to know someone at the municipal office to get a job? An employee of the Municipality of Brighton, a member of Council or a member of a Local Board may not advocate for the employment of any individual by the Municipality of Brighton. |
Finance and Administration |
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A piece of equipment that is owned by the municipality damaged my car. How do I get reimbursed for repairs? When you have damage to your vehicle that is allegedly caused by municipal infrastructure, you must contact your own insurance company. The Municipality does not pay insurance claims directly. What do I do if I disagree with my property assessment? Property assessment values are determined by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC). The municipality has no authority to change assessments. If you would like to challenge your assessment, you must apply through a Request for Reconsideration or file an appeal with MPAC. Information and forms are available at www.mpac.ca or by calling 1-866-296-6722. Why do I have to pay penalties when my tax payment is late? The Municipality bills and collects taxes on behalf of the municipality, School Boards and Business Improvement Areas. We are legislated to forward amounts to all parties regardless of whether taxes are paid or not. Like all bills, a deadline must be enforced to ensure the municipality can meet its financial obligations. If installments are not paid by the deadline, late payment charges apply at a rate of 1.25% per month or 15% annually. In order to ensure all taxpayers are treated fairly and consistently, staff have no authority to waive late payment charges. What are Development Charges? Development charges replaced lot levies as the primary way for Ontario municipalities to raise funds for required services and infrastructure improvements resulting from development. Every development application is evaluated to determine to what extent development charges are applicable. Can I appeal Development Charges? Yes, through a section 20 complaint process of Development Charges Act. When are Development Charges collected? Development Charges are payable at the issuance of any building permit at the rate in effect at that time. |
Fire Department |
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How do I go about becoming a firefighter? You can apply for a volunteer firefighter position through the Fire department. Unsolicited resumes are kept on file for one year. How do I schedule a fire station tour? Call the Fire Department at 613-475-1744 to request a date and time. |
Library |
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How do I get a library card and how much does it cost? Library cards are free to all residents. To sign up, just drop by the Brighton branch. Visit the Brighton Library website for more information. |
Parks and Recreation |
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How can I book a room at a community centre (or arena, playing fields, parks or pool etc.)? Bookings for all sport fields and facilities are done by contacting the Parks & Recreation department at 613-475-0302 or through the Facility Scheduling App. Is there a Senior's Club and where is it? Activities for seniors are offered at Community Care for Seniors located at 46 Prince Edward Street, Brighton and the Seniors Drop In Centre located in the lower level at 35 Alice Street, Brighton. Where can I go public skating? The King Edward arena offers a variety of public skating times in season. |
Roads and Bridges |
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When will my road or sidewalk be plowed? It depends on what type of road you live on. Primary and secondary roads are cleared first to ensure that individuals and emergency service vehicles, like fire trucks and ambulances, can safely travel to hospitals, schools and work and get to public transportation systems during or immediately after a snowfall. Public Works and Development located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton or phone 613-475-1162. My streetlight is out, how do I get it fixed? To report a malfunctioning or broken streetlight, please contact Public Works at 613-475-1162. Who should I contact about repairing the pavement or sidewalk on my street? For general road & sidewalk maintenance, please contact Public Works at 613-475-1162. How can I deal with traffic concerns? If you have safety concerns contact the O.P.P. Questions or concerns related to traffic operations and safety, or requests for changes in traffic control measures such as: all way stop control; traffic calming devices; parking prohibitions or posted speed limits should be referred to Public Works located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton or by phoning 613-475-1162. Remember, that some streets and roads are County owned and maintained and you will be redirected to contact that office. Do I need a permit to widen my driveway? Yes. Permits for any proposed work within a municipal road allowance, including driveway entrances, are obtained from the Public Works and Development department located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton. When will the municipality collect leaves on my street? Northumberland County provides bulk leaf collection service in designated areas in the autumn. The schedule is advertised on the Northumberland County website. The ditch in front of my property does not drain properly, who do I talk to about this? Contact Public Work at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton or phone 613-475-1162. Who can I contact about illegal dumping? Illegal dumping should be reported to the Northumberland County Waste Management Department at 1-866-293-8379. |
Building |
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If you are planning to construct a new building, alter, or change the use of an existing building, please confirm your Zoning requirements with the Planning Department at 613-475-1162 x100 or email: planning@brighton.ca prior to completing a Building Permit Application. Where can I get a building permit? You can obtain a building permit application from this web page on our web site. If there are any questions, email: planning@brighton.ca or phone 613-475-1162 x100 at Public Works and Development building located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton. What do I need a permit for? A building permit is required for any new building, addition or material alteration to an existing building including decks; for any accessory building over 108 square feet (approximately 10 m²); for any size building that contains plumbing or plumbing not located in a structure; and for material alterations to an existing building including plumbing system changes or installation of roof top solar collectors. A Permit is also required for a private septic systems from the County of Northumberland. See further details of when you require a building permit application at this web page on our web site. Can I renovate my designated heritage home? Yes. A permit is required to ensure that any renovations respects the heritage attributes which have been designated as a heritage home under the Ontario Heritage Act. Contact Public Works and Development located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton or phone 613-475-1162. |
Land Use Planning |
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How can I find out about upcoming development applications? Contact the Planning department at planning@brighton.ca or phone 613-475-1162 to speak to the Planner in the Public Works & Development building located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton.. How can I find out the zoning and permitted uses of specific lands in Brighton? This information is available on our web site Zoning By-laws. Contact the Planning department at planning@brighton.ca or phone 613-475-1162 to speak to the Planner in the Public Works & Development building located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton. What is an official plan? An official plan is a municipality's primary strategic document for managing and guiding land use and development. It establishes policies to direct the form, extent, nature and rate of growth and change. An official plan is generally designed to guide community decisions within an established timeframe. The Municipality’s Official Plan is available on this web page. What is a zoning by-law? A zoning by-law controls the uses of land in a community. See the Zoning By-laws on this web page. It determines:
How do I find out the zoning and official plan designation for my property? When purchasing a property, it is a good idea to first obtain zoning and official plan information. Official Plan and Zoning information is available on our website. For formal letters, you can complete an Information Request online or complete the request form and attach to an email: planning@brighton.ca or phone 613-475-1162 to speak to the Planner in the Public Works & Development building located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton. When do you need a zoning by-law amendment? A rezoning by-law amendment may be required if you propose to alter your property in a manner that differs from the requirements of the existing zoning, such as:
If you intend to alter your property in a manner which results in minor deviations from the zoning by-law requirements, a "minor variance" may be an alternative to a rezoning. For more information contact the Planning department at planning@brighton.ca or phone 613-475-1162 to speak to the Planner in the Public Works & Development building located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton. How do I find out what is planned to be built in a certain area of the municipality? Contact the Planning department at planning@brighton.ca or phone 613-475-1162 to speak to the Planner in the Public Works & Development building located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton, who can provide the information requested. There is a proposal sign on a parcel of land and I would like to know what is proposed. Contact the Planning department at planning@brighton.ca or phone 613-475-1162 to speak to the Planner in the Public Works & Development building located at 67 Sharp Road, Brighton. What school will my child be attending? The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Boards determine the geographical boundaries for students attending their schools. Contact the following for further information:
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